12 Best Dumbbell Trap Exercises For Building a Bigger Back & Shoulders

The trapezius muscle, or traps, is the second biggest back muscle group after the lats. These triangular-shaped muscles extend from the base of the skull to the mid-back and laterally…

Steve Theunissen, PT

50 Zero Calorie Foods for Intermittent Fasting

What makes IF or intermittent fasting so popular is that it doesn't stop you from eating. Rather, it encourages eating in a time-restricted manner. So, you can splurge on your…

Dr. Rashmi Byakodi

2023 Pacific USA Pro Results and Scorecards

The 2023 Musclecontest Pacific USA Pro took place this weekend August 12. This show was located in San Diego, California and served as a Men's Physique qualifier for the upcoming…

Doug Murray

2023 Tupelo Pro Results and Scorecards

The 2023 Tupelo Pro took place in Tupelo, MS on August 12, and featured competitors from the Classic Physique and Figure divisions. This event was an Olympia qualifier for the…

Doug Murray

2023 Musclecontest Goiania Pro Results and Scorecard

Athletes from the Men's Physique division brought their best to the 2023 Musclecontest International Goiania Pro in Goiania, Brazil on August 12. This show served as a 2023 Mr. Olympia…

Doug Murray

“I Believed I Could Still Compete & Win!” Dorian Yates on Pushing Through Bicep Tear at 1994 Mr. Olympia

The demands of a Mr. Olympia winner are immense and Dorian Yates learned that multiple times throughout his career. In a recent Instagram post, Yates looked back on competing in…

Doug Murray

Chris Cormier on Giving Athletes Feedback: “I’ve Earned the Right to Talk and Critique”

In a sport where athletes display their bodies on stage, constructive criticism can be difficult to accept. In the latest Prime Time Muscle episode, Chris Cormier and Terrick El Guindy…

Doug Murray

Powerlifter Phillip Herndon Squats 1,045-lb In a Single-Ply Suit; Almost 10-lb Over The World Record

When performing squats in powerlifting, a person can choose between doing it raw, with knee wraps, or the third option, with a squat suit. So, having conquered the raw and…

Vedad Tabakovic

Rich Gaspari Shows How to Grow Huge Arms w/ Biceps 21s: “This is a Great Finishing Exercise” 

Despite retiring from the sport decades ago, Rich Gaspari still attacks the gym with a kill-or-be-killed mindset. In a recent Instagram post, "The Dragon Slayer' shared how to build bigger…

Doug Murray

2023 T.R.U. Athlete Pro Results and Scorecards

The 2023 T.R.U Athlete Pro happened from August 11-13 in London, UK. This event is a qualifier for the upcoming Olympia competition, featuring athletes from the Men's 212 Bodybuilding, Classic…

Doug Murray

Nick Walker Tackles Intense Workout To Strengthen The Chest And Build 3D Delts

Nick Walker is busy forging the best version of himself for the 2023 Olympia stage. The bodybuilding star known for his massive size and insane conditioning recently tackled a push-day…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

Frank Zane Shares Convenient Meal Replacement Protein Drink Without Losing Nutrients

American bodybuilding legend Frank Zane has cemented his status as one of the greatest athletes in the history of the sport. Despite moving on from professional competition, he contributes to…

Nikhil Sharma

Derek Lunsford Shares Massive Physique Update 12 Weeks Out From 2023 Mr. Olympia

Derek Lunsford continues to excel in the realm of bodybuilding. His recent physique update before his second Olympia appearance in the Open division appears promising, as he struck a few…

Tom Miller, CSCS

Bodybuilder Kills Wife Live On Instagram Before Taking Two More Lives and Committing Suicide

A sick monstrosity happened on August 11th in Bosnia & Herzegovina, where a local fitness coach and bodybuilding competitor, Nermin Sulejmanović, went on a murdering spree. His first victim was…

Vedad Tabakovic

Andrew Jacked Forges A Muscular Back For 2023 Texas Pro

Andrew Jacked is busy adding finishing touches to his massively improved physique for the 2022 Texas Pro. Recently, he went through an intense back and biceps training session to get…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

Master the Band Assisted Pull-Up: Strengthen Your Back & Arms

Whether it's a first backflip, slam-dunk, or the high coming off your first full pull-up, few things can compare to the limitless confidence gained from such achievements. But unlike trying…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Arnold Schwarzenegger on Benefits of Power Walking: “Fast Walkers Live Longer” 

Arnold Schwarzenegger's dedication to health and wellness at 76 continues to inspire fans around the world. In his latest Arnold's Pump Club Newsletter, Schwarzenegger promoted the benefits of walking, especially…

Doug Murray

Common Bodybuilding Injuries and How to Avoid Them

Bodybuilding is one of the safest forms of exercise around. In terms of risk per 1000 hours of participation, bodybuilding ranks as much safer than soccer, football, and many other…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Planche Push-Ups: Master Your Strength, Build Powerful Muscles

Many exercisers skip doing push-ups as they feel they are too easy and do little to nothing for their strength or muscle gains. Most advanced lifters perform a few push-ups…

Vidur Saini